Bomb Threat Grounds Spirit Airlines Flight in Detroit

On Thursday, June 5th, 2025, passengers aboard Spirit Airlines flight 2145 departing from Detroit Metropolitan Airport experienced an unexpected delay. A bomb threat prompted authorities to take swift action, leading to the safe evacuation of all passengers. Lieutenant Jeffrey Leary of the Wayne County Airport Authority explained the situation: "We have a situation, so we unfortunately are going to have to deboard this aircraft and everybody's going to have to be rescreened." The passengers were safely transported to the Evans Terminal via bus, and the aircraft underwent a thorough security check. Following the inspection and rescreening of all passengers, the flight eventually departed at 12:45 pm. The incident highlights the effectiveness of airport security protocols in ensuring passenger safety and underscores the seriousness with which such threats are handled. The cooperation of passengers and the efficiency of the response teams contributed to a successful resolution, minimizing disruption and ensuring the safety of all involved.